But it’s not just old-world architecture or peace and quiet that makes Old Saybrook a rich and rewarding destination, as this quaint town also boasts an array of modern boating amenities, including state-of-the-art marinas and cutting-edge fishing supplies.
On the northern flank of town, you will discover a trio of marinas all located in an extensive, protected cove just moments away from the river. Added together the Safe Harbor Ferry Point, Island Cove Marina and the Carefree Boat Club offer full-service facilities and over 255 wet-slips while nearby, and directly on the banks of the river, there’s the East Yard Marina, a welcoming docking point with dozens of slips on a floating pier. Also benefitting from a direct position on the Connecticut River’s flowing waters are the South Yard Marina and the Ferry Landing Marina 100, two destinations that offer a combined 400 wet-slips, boat charter opportunities and the capacity to welcome vessels up to 120-feet in length. The nearby Ragged Rock Marina, meanwhile, sits in an artificial basin dug out of the marshland and features 243 slips, specializing in small watercraft. If you are planning on fishing or sailing on Long Island Sound then your best bet is to head south to encounter the Saybrook Point Marina and the Harbor One Marina.
Saybrook Point is an award-winning marina with over 120-slips, full-service facilities and an on-site tourist resort perfect for relaxation after a hard day tackling the waves and hunting down bass and flounder, while Harbor One features 86 slips, refueling services and a seafood restaurant known for its zesty fish tacos and the best lobster rolls in the area.
This city has been the site of multiple maritime innovations down the years, including the world’s first submarine, invented in 1775 by David Bushnell, as well as the iconic Brockway Skiff, a sturdy workboat developed in Old Saybrook back in the 1950s. The town also keeps a regular calendar of boating events and races, including the Saybrook Outer Light Classic and the Sam Wetherill Race, an offshore sailing contest that typically starts here.
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